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Microsoft files lawsuits over online 'malvertising'
Aiming to crack down on a growing problem, Microsoft said it filed five lawsuits on Thursday against parties it suspects of posting online advertisements laden with malicious code. Read more »
Microsoft releases Hyper-V Server R2
The latest version of Microsoft's Hyper-V standalone hypervisor, which includes new functionality for the live migration of servers, is now available for download. Read more »
Chrome security in limelight with Google OS plan
The techniques Google uses to protect Chrome users from browser-based attacks have taken on new importance with the company's plan to make the software the centerpiece of a Netbook operating system. Read more »
Bluetooth 3.0 released without ultra-wideband
The specification for a new version of Bluetooth was formally adopted on Tuesday, the industry group behind the standard has announced. Read more »
Adobe patches Flash hole
Adobe released a patch for a Flash player hole this week that could allow an attacker to remotely take control of a computer. Read more »
Microsoft details PC-as-a-service vision
Microsoft has applied for a patent on metered, pay-as-you-go computing — a vision which the software giant claims would benefit suppliers and PC users, despite a likely higher cost of ownership to consumers. Read more »
Microsoft warns of SQL Server vulnerability
Microsoft issued an advisory late Monday confirming a remote code execution vulnerability affecting its SQL Server line. Read more »
Ballmer tells Oz: get with the broadband
Microsoft's CEO Steve Ballmer yesterday tip-toed around Australia's broadband debate but said that if the country was to engage in cloud computing business that telcos and the government needed to 'get on with' delivering high speed broadband — at a fair price. Read more »
Linux.conf.au hits domain disaster
The website of Australia's annual Linux conference has become temporarily inaccessible scant months before the event because of policy confusion over whether or not it is allowed to use its long-standing domain name. Read more »
iPhone ad banned over 'all internet' claim
The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned an ad for the iPhone which promised users access to "all parts of the internet" on their Apple device. Read more »
Features (277)
10 questions to ask when selecting open source products for your enterprise
To make sure you realise all the benefits of open source, run these simple background checks on an open source project. Read more »
Understand Windows Server 2008 R2's downgrade rights
Downgrade rights are usually discussed about the client OS, but these rights also apply to server editions of Windows. This article lays out some options. Read more »
Message Interaction Patterns
In this serialisation of Chapter 14 from the book Oracle SOA Suite Developer's Guide, we look at the more advanced messaging constructs supported by the Oracle BPEL PM. Read more »
Making the choice between virtual and physical servers
"Virtualise everything" is a popular MO in IT these days, but there are times when physical servers make more sense. Read more »
Will Microsoft, Google, Amazon talk you out of your datacentre?
Several big technology vendors are racing to build a fleet of big datacentres that will enable them to offer more internet-based services to consumers and enterprises in the next five to 10 years. See why they think they will be able to talk you out of running your own datacentre. Read more »
Reap the green IT benefits of thin client computing
This article notes that applying a selective and rigorous methodology to a thin client migration will position IT teams to reap the enhanced green IT and ROI benefits that the computing model offers. Read more »
Install OpenVZ on CentOS to create a virtual container
This article shows you how to install OpenVZ on CentOS. OpenVZ is an OS-level virtualisation product that allows you to completely isolate processes from each other, increase security by keeping bits separate, and tightly control resource utilisation. Read more »
VMware embraces the cloud with vSphere
VMware has launched vSphere, the latest rendition of what used to be called Virtual Infrastructure. vSphere comes in three product segments and seven editions, one of which is the familiar (and free) ESXi edition. Here's a brief overview of the new editions and some of the features. Read more »
10 ways to keep your job despite the tough economy
As the economy worsens, more companies are making deep cuts in personnel -- and many IT workers are bracing for the axe to fall. But it may not come to that, especially if you take steps now to increase your value to the organisation. Read more »
Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 Beta is available
Windows Server 2008 Service Pack 2 Beta provides new features and many deployment options for evaluation. This article breaks down some of the changes for you. Read more »
Blog (7)
The Portal of the Future
-- At this year's Gartner Application Development, Integration and Web Services Summit, I attended Gene Phifer talk: "Portal of the Future: What's Beyond Web 2.0?". Read more »
Google's new foray into image search
-- Google is developing visual crawling software that can be used for facial recognition and scene analysis. In addition images can be matched with display ads and utilise geotagging information for various applications. Read more »
Social Skills
-- With Facebook usage on the decline, is OpenSocial the next big thing? Read more »
Opera Widget SDK released
-- Opera has announced the release of Opera Widgets SDK beta, that allows Web developers to create Web applications capable of running on all devices. Read more »
Warning: ads to get more annoying
-- The addition of high definition video and VoIP within Flash will allows developers to create new user experiences and it's coming to a banner ad near you in all its H.264 and vocal glory. Read more »
Google destroys Security Through Obscurity
-- Google Labs' new Code Search makes it easier for hackers to find database
username and password details by entering strings that are commonly used
within configuration files. Read more »
Helper Monkey to JavaScript's rescue?
-- A new project by Sun Microsystems is looking to tackle the problem of maintaining and debugging JavaScript code by bringing DTrace's tracing framework to the Web 2.0 table. Read more »
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